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Nestlé USA Frozen Foods Production

Nestlé USA opened a frozen foods manufacturing facility in Jonesboro, Arkansas, in 2003. The plant produces frozen meals under the 'Lean Cuisine' and 'Stouffer' brands. The facility covers 325,000 square feet, requires a $165 million investment, and employs 400 personnel. The plant is supported by a refrigerated warehouse and distribution center built by Millard Refrigerated Services. The warehouse provides temperature-controlled storage for ingredients and finished products. State grants funded infrastructure improvements, including wastewater treatment and road infrastructure. The engineering and construction contract was awarded to аÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÙÍø Group. The production lines utilize individual quick frozen (IQF) technology and stabilizing coatings. The meals are packaged using various formats, and the packaging process is carried out at a reduced temperature. The warehouse incorporates radio frequency scanning for inventory management. In 2006, an expansion project was announced to accommodate a new production line for hot pocket sandwiches. The facility is expected to employ over 2,100 personnel with additional expansion plans.